How common is the Waterberg surname?

There are approximately 1,200 people with the surname Waterberg in the United States.

Are there Waterberg soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 1 soldiers with the Waterberg surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Waterberg mean?

The surname Waterberg means "Derived from a place name meaning 'water mountain' or 'mountain by the water,' indicating a geographical location.". It is of German or Dutch origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Derived from a place name meaning 'water mountain' or 'mountain by the water,' indicating a geographical location.

Etymology

The surname combines Germanic 'wasser' (water) or Dutch 'water' with 'berg' (mountain), referring to a specific location. It may derive from the Waterberg region in South Africa or similar European locations.

About the Waterberg Surname

A geographical surname likely derived from the Waterberg plateau region in South Africa. The name is relatively uncommon outside of South African and European contexts.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,200 bearers in the United States #3,484 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in South Africa, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Waterberg Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Waterberg Surname

W.J. Waterberg

1820–1885 United States

Quick Facts

Origin: German or Dutch
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 19th century
Estimated Bearers: 1,200

War Records

1 soldiers with the Waterberg surname found in Civil War records.

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